Kilwins makes sweet return to St. Armands Circle

By Dana Kampa
| 5:00 a.m. September 25, 2025

Kilwins Sarasota is located at 312 John Ringling Blvd., St. Armands Key.

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After closing for nearly a year following the devastation of hurricanes Helene and Milton, the Kilwins sweets shop on St. Armands Circle is planning to make a splash with its grand reopening this week.

The shop, which specializes in gourmet fudge, ice cream and other treats, is handing out samples and planning live entertainment for the celebration. It takes place from 1-4 p.m. Sept. 27 at 312 John Ringling Blvd.

Visitors can also anticipate photo opportunities with mascot "Kilwins the Moose" and giveaways.

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Dana Kampa

Dana Kampa is the Longboat Key neighbors reporter for the Observer. She first ventured into journalism in her home state of Wisconsin, going on to report community stories everywhere from the snowy mountains of Washington State to the sunny shores of the Caribbean. She has been a writer and photographer for more than a decade, covering what matters most to readers.